An Enchantment of Ravens

I've been meaning to read this one for a few months and finally put a hold on it at my library. It always feels unique to read a standalone fantasy novel, I'm not going to lie.

I love books about fae, there are similarities with all works, but the books which change it up a bit are always a nice find– this is one of those. It still played to the mythology, but put unique twists on things, which felt like a breath of fresh air.

On the topic of romance... I actually think it was done okay. I feel like the actual building of feelings was skipped over some, but these characters have DEPTH. See, the fae are only beautiful under their glamour in this book which made it sooooo interesting because love is about personality and actions, not just looks– flipping the vanity of fae on its head! But as much as I wanted to, I never truly believed in the couple since I didn't read about their feelings developing, and Rook should have been more on guard or unwilling to fall in love, in my opinion. Not my favorite couple ever, but I rooted for them all the same.

Magic here is interesting. Fae cannot do Craft, literally creating anything, even cooking. I felt this was a unique twist that I really liked, although my mind kept wanting to find fault with it. I don't think I did, in the end. Everything worked out. And those who do Craft can trade with the Fae for a...I forget the word, but essentially a wish to be granted– to be skinny, protection, etc. It was interesting.

There is a lot here in this world, I absolutely was hooked throughout the entire book. I don't think I put it down. I look forward to more by this author and will be recommending this book to others :)